2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2009 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Jaguar | Buick |
Model | S-Type | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |